Sanus Simplicity SMF3 User manual

SMF
3
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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(27 kg)
60 lb
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5.5 mm
(7/32 in.)
10 mm
(3/8 in.)
13 mm
(1/2 in.)
Ready to begin?
Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you’re comfortable with this easy install process. Also check your TV
owner’s manual to see if there are any special requirements for mounting your TV.
If you do not understand these instructions or have doubts about the safety of the installation, assembly or use of this product, contact
Customer Service at 1-888-333-1376 (UK: 0800-056-2853).
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What is your wall made of?
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Drywall with
wood studs
Solid concrete or
concrete block

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Features
75 x 75 mm
400 x 400 mm
TV bracket expands
to fit TV hole patterns
from 75 x 75 mm up to
400 x 400 mm
Fully articulating arm
creates 3-point movement
for optimal viewing position
TV tilts up or down for the
perfect viewing angle
Level
adjustment
creates a
worry-free
installation
Cable tie holes
hold cables
along mount
arm for a
clean look
Adjustment knobs allow fingertip
control or restriction of movement

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15.75
400.0
14.10
358.1
13.44
341.4
11.81
300.0
10.66
270.7
10.66
270.7
11.81
300.0
13.44
341.4
14.10
358.1
15.75
400.0
12.85
326.5
11.81
300.0
11.40
289.4
10.36
263.2
9.63
244.7
11.40
289.4
12.85
326.5
14.92
378.9
15.75
400.0
17.83
453.0
Dimensions
in.
[mm]
19.01
482.8
16.68
423.6
15.75
400.0
13.44
341.4
11.81
300.0
7.87
200.0

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in.
[mm]
7.87
200.0
3.94
100.0
2.95
75.0
7.87
200.0
5.91
150.0
3.94
100.0
2.95
75.0
9.02
229.0
9.25
235.0
3.73
94.8
OFFSET
16.13
409.6
8.11
206.0
10°
4°
1.70
43.1
0.74
18.7

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1/4-20 x 3/8 in.
M4
M6/M8
Spacer
M4 x 35mmM4 x 12mm
M6 x 35mm
M6 x 12mm
M6 x 20mm
M8 x 16mm M8 x 35mm
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged item to
your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
STEP 1 Parts and Hardware
Supplied Parts and Hardware
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10
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12
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14
x4
x4
x4
x4 x4
x4
x4
x4
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04
05
x8
x4 x4
01
02
03
x2
x2
TV BRACKET
EXTENSIONS

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Cable Tie
Additional Parts
Concrete Anchor
5/16 in. x 2 3/4 in.
5/16 in.
1/4-20 x 1/2 in.
5/32 in.
1615
17
18
20
21
22
19
x3
x3
x3
x3
Wall PlateWall Plate Template
STEP 2 Parts and Hardware STEP 3 Parts and Hardware

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B
A
STEP 1 Attach TV Bracket to TV
These smaller hole patterns only use TV bracket 01 .
Discard the extensions 02 and 03 and screws 04 .
Assemble extensions 02 and 03 onto TV bracket 01 as shown.
Secure using eight screws 04 in the corner holes and hole pattern "1."
75 x 75
100 x 100
200 x 100
200 x 200
300 x 300
400 x 400
01
01
03
200 400
300
100
75
200
100
75
400 300
1-1 Measure Your TV Hole Pattern
1-2 Assemble Your TV Bracket
Measure the width and height of your TV hole pattern in mm.
Record your measurements:
Determine which TV bracket configuration to use, A, B, C, D or E based on your TV hole pattern measurements.
0302
02
75 mm = 7.5 cm = 3 in.
100 mm = 10 cm = 4 in.
200 mm = 20 cm = 7 7/8 in.
300 mm = 30 cm = 11 3/4 in.
400 mm = 40 cm = 15 3/4 in.
cm
inches
xHeight
Width mm mm
inch dimensions approximate
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04 21
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E
D
C
Assemble extensions 02 and 03 onto TV bracket 01 as shown.
Secure using eight screws 04 in the corner holes and hole pattern "2."
Assemble extensions 02 and 03 onto TV bracket 01 as shown.
Secure using eight screws 04 in the corner holes and hole pattern "3."
Assemble extensions 02 and 03 onto TV
bracket 01 as shown.
Secure using eight screws 04 in the corner
holes and hole pattern "3."
400 x 300 200 x 300
200 x 400
300 x 200
400 x 200
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01
400
400
300
200
200
300
01
400
300
03 02
0302
02
02 03
03
0203
02
03
04
20
04
20 04 20

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M6 M8
FLAT BACK ROUND BACK CABLES
Too Short
Correct
Too Long
INSET HOLES
M4
1-3 Select TV Screw Diameter 1-4 Select TV Screw Length
If your TV has a flat back, use the shorter screws.
Spacers and longer screws are supplied to accommodate:
●irregular / round back TVs
●TVs with inset mounting holes
●extra space needed for cables
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
screw diameter (M4, M6, or M8) to use.
CAUTION:
Verify adequate thread
engagment with the screw or
screw/spacer combination.
-Too short will not hold the TV.
-Too long will damage the TV.

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Spacer, long screw and washer
Short screw and washer
1-5 Attach TV Bracket
Position your TV bracket configuration over your TV hole pattern - making sure the brackets are vertically centered and level.
Install using either the short screw and washer or spacer, long screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
NOTE: 75 x 75 mm hole patterns do not use washers 12 or 13 , only use screws (and spacers if needed).
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14
02 03
01
TV Bracket
Configuration A
Illustrated
TV Bracket
Configuration B
Illustrated
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05
10
06
11
07 08
12
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13
13
75 x 75 mm
hole patterns
do not use
washers

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CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 16 mm (5/8 in.)
●Minimum wood stud size: common 51 x 102 mm (2 x 4 in.) nominal 38 x 89 mm (1 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.)
1. Locate your stud. Verify and mark the center of the stud by finding the stud edges using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud finder.
2. Position the wall plate template 15 so the holes line up with your stud center line, level the template and tape in place.
STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate Wood Stud Option
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, try our MountWizard™at Simplicity.Sanus.com
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≤16 mm
(5/8 in.)
15

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3. Drill pilot holes and remove wall plate template 15 .
IMPORTANT: Be sure to drill into the center of the stud.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm (3 in.), using a 5.5 mm (7/32 in.) diameter drill bit.
4. Install wall plate 16 using lag bolts 17 and washers 19 . Tighten the lag bolts only until the washers are pulled firmly against the wall plate.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt. DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
75 mm
(3 in.)
5.5 mm
(7/32 in.) 16
17 19
15

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STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option
10 mm
(3/8 in.)
75 mm
(3 in.)
NOTE: For assistance in
determining wall plate location,
try our MountWizard™at
Simplicity.Sanus.com
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Mount the wall plate directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 203 mm (8 in.)
●Minimum concrete block size: 203 x 203 x 406 mm (8 x 8x 16 in.)
1. Level the wall plate template 15 and tape in place.
2. Drill pilot holes into solid concrete. Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm (3 in.), using a 10 mm (3/8 in.) diameter drill bit.
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3. Remove the wall plate template 15 and insert three concrete anchors 18 .
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. Install the wall plate 16 using three lag bolts 17 and washers 19 . Tighten all lag bolts only until the washers are pulled firmly against
the wall plate.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt. DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
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16

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2
1
HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.
STEP 3 Hang TV onto Wall Plate
1. Position the arm of wall plate 16 so the elbow is pressed against the wall. Tighten the arm tension screws using hex key 20 to prevent
the arms from moving while installing the TV.
2. Hang the TV onto the arm of wall plate 16 by first hooking the top support, then resting the TV into place.
3. Lock the TV to the wall plate 16 with one screw 21 using hex key 20 .
Top Support
Arm Tension
Screws 20
21
16
20
16
16

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Manage Cables
If desired, thread the supplied cable ties 22 through the loops provided on the wall plate 16 , to secure your TV cables along the wall mount arm.
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16

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TV Adjustments
TILT ADJUSTMENT
Your TV should adjust easily when moved, then stay in place.
If your TV is too loose or too tight, adjust the tilt tension knob
by hand.
NOTE: Once your TV is in place, tighten the tilt tension
knob to prevent unwanted movement.
LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the leveling of your TV, first loosen both level
screws using hex key 20 , level your TV, then tighten both
level screws using hex key 20 .
Level
Screw
Tilt Tension Knob
Tighten
Tighten
Loosen
Loosen
20

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Arm Tension Screw
REMOVING THE TV
To remove your TV from the wall mount 16 ,
disconnect all cables and then reverse the
procedures in STEP 3.
EXTENSION/RETRACTION ADJUSTMENT
Your TV should adjust easily when moved, then stay in place.
If your TV is too loose or too tight, adjust the arm tension screws using hex key 20 .
NOTE: Once your TV is in place, tighten the arm tension screws to prevent
unwanted movement.
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ESPAÑOL
(27 kg)
60 lb
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES. CONSÉRVELAS. LEA TODO EL MANUAL ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO.
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No — ¡Perfecto!
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para encontrar un soporte compatible.
5,5 mm
(7/32'')
10 mm
(3/8'') 13 mm
(1/2'')
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montantes de madera
Hormigón sólido o
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